Serving 515 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South River Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: South River Elementary School serves the southern part of Harrison Township, MI, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South River Elementary School's student population of 515 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
515 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Rankings
South River Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South River Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#988 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
13%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
72%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South River Elementary School's ranking?
South River Elementary School is ranked #988 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are South River Elementary School often compared to?
South River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School, Donald J Yacks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend South River Elementary School?
515 students attend South River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of South River Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South River Elementary School?
South River Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does South River Elementary School offer ?
South River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South River Elementary School part of?
South River Elementary School is part of L'anse Creuse School District.
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